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Award Winner Premium Kayak and Coasteering Adventure with Lunch

Recommended by 99% of travelers
Lisbon, Portugal
  • 8 hours (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Why travelers loved this

5.0
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· Mariah_N ·
Jan 2026
Great experience. Very well organized day. From equipment to food to transportation it felt like everything was taken care of and the day made easy. Joao, the guide, was full of energy and even kept things interesting while we were in transit in the van. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone looking for a adventurous activity.
· Lisa_G ·
Aug 2025
High energy … yes! A personal experience… yes! Safe atmosphere … yes! Joao made this day an amazing one from start to finish. Your trip to Portugal is not complete without this kayaking/cave exploring/high jumping day. In case you are wondering, it was appropriate for our teenagers as well. In summary, loved it!

Overview

Leave behind the cobblestone streets of Lisbon and discover Arrabida Natural Park on this small-group tour. Home to award-winning beaches and stunning scenery, this small-group tour lets you explore the park from all angles. Join your guide for kayaking along the coastline, where you venture into sea caves and even swim and snorkel in the marine reserve.
  • Venture into million-year-old sea caverns featuring fossils
  • See a panoramic view of the park from a mountain top
  • Stop for a picnic lunch accompanied by homemade port wine
  • All kayaking equipment, plus a wetsuit, is included

What's Included

  • Coffee and/or Tea
  • Snacks
  • Lunch
    Beach Picnic Lunch
  • Use of Snorkeling equipment
    Use of Snorkelling equipment
  • 3 person Kayak, Paddle, Life Jacket
  • Wetsuit, neoprene socks, rubber shoes, gloves, helmets
  • Alcoholic Beverages
    Homemade port wine and grape juice
  • Personal Insurance
  • Private Transportation

    Meeting and Pickup

    Meeting point

    • R. Afonso de Albuquerque 38, 2950-702 Q.ta do Anjo, Portugal

      Look for big green gate and the name of the property "Quinta Nova Aljubarrota" nº38

    End point

    This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    Operating hours
    .8:30 am

    Itinerary

    Portinho da Arrabida (Pass By)

    Lapa de Santa Margarida (Pass By)

    Anicha Beach (Pass By)

    Forte de Santa Maria da Arrabida (Pass By)

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Infant seats available
    • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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    Featured review

    Mariah_N
    Great experience. Very well organized day. From equipment to food to transportation it felt like everything was taken care of and the day made easy. Joao, the guide, was full of energy and even kept things interesting while we were in transit in the van. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone looking for a adventurous activity.

    Reviews

    5.0
    based on 475 reviews
    Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

    Absolute blast!

    Mariah_N, Jan 2026
    Great experience. Very well organized day. From equipment to food to transportation it felt like everything was taken care of and the day made easy. Joao, the guide, was full of energy and even kept things interesting while we were in transit in the van. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone looking for a adventurous activity.

    Unforgettable Experience!!

    Chloe_W, Jan 2026
    This all-day kayaking adventure was the perfect way to start my year and my first solo trip to Portugal. I can’t recommend this experience highly enough—it’s perfect for anyone who’s up for an unforgettable adventure. João was the perfect guide and truly made the day unforgettable. The facilities were clean and comfortable, making it easy to change into wetsuits and shower afterward. Everything was incredible, from the cliff jumps and cave exploration to the snorkeling, homemade wine, and delicious lunch on the beach. It wasn’t just a fun day on the water; it was genuinely restorative and set the tone for the rest of my trip. Thank you, João 🙂

    Best tour in Portugal!

    William_H, Oct 2025
    This is an excellent tour for people wanting to get outdoors and enjoy the ocean. Great guide and agenda for a full day of fun.

    High octane outdoor adventure

    Lisa_G, Aug 2025
    High energy … yes! A personal experience… yes! Safe atmosphere … yes! Joao made this day an amazing one from start to finish. Your trip to Portugal is not complete without this kayaking/cave exploring/high jumping day. In case you are wondering, it was appropriate for our teenagers as well. In summary, loved it!

    Best experience of my...

    FrancesThea_B, Aug 2025
    Best experience of my life! If you’re looking to get out of your comfort zone this is the tour for you!

    This was an unforgettable...

    David_H, Aug 2025
    This was an unforgettable and amazing experience. João was the perfect guide, he had everything planned out well and he shared so many great stories with the group. We also loved meeting his sweet dogs and cats. The beach and views were amazing, and we got to swim and explore secret caves and spots all along the coast. Definitely recommend for anybody looking for an adventurous day.

    Recommend to all!!

    Mary_T, Aug 2025
    This was quite an adventure- kayak the beautiful ocean, climb the cliffs and jump back in! Wondering through caves, finding new fossils, snorkeling with fish.. this excursion has it all!

    Adventure adventure adventure

    Kassiani_V, Aug 2025
    Adventure to the fullest!!!Joao thank you for the experience.Please get yourselves prepared for some exercise and for an adventurous journey with an amazing host.Great food provided!!!

    This was the most fun day...

    Sania_F, Aug 2025
    This was the most fun day on my trip to Portugal. João’s energy is infectious and encouraging. It was an all day adventure filled with fun activities. I’m appreciative of all the time and care João put into the whole day.

    Awesome!

    KARYN_P, Aug 2025
    This is a full day water experience to explore nature, marine life, hidden caves, snorkeling, and cliff jumping. The tour guide was very informative and super funny (he told lots of jokes). The only con and advice I would give is to bring your own beverage. I don't drink alcohol or wine, which were the only beverages that were given to the participants. Other than that, I would highly recommend this tour.

    Must try!

    Sylvia_M, Jul 2025
    One of the best experiences I've had! Fun, different, and great vibes the entire time! I'd do it again 100%

    This was definitely the...

    Uzma_C, Jul 2025
    This was definitely the highlight of my trip, and I highly recommend it to all the solo travelers. João is an incredible guide—fun, energetic, and just happy-go-lucky. He’s got a genuine passion for this work which really comes through and that made the tour so much more enjoyable. A 10/10 for his playlist too. If you’re on the fence, just book.

    Amazing!

    Stephen_B, Jul 2025
    This day was an absolute blast! João brings an energy and passion that made this trip 10/10. Anyone looking for a fun adventure and GREAT tour service should book this trip. Hats off to João for showing us around his side of Portugal making this day so special for us!

    There is only one João.

    mathew_t, Jun 2025
    João is the best. He is not just a tour guide, he has a passion to share his love of Portugal and adventure. This is a physical activity, you will help along the way, and you will be rewarded with the best experience you could wish for in this type of tour. Best overall experience i’ve had on any 1-day adventure tour.

    Incredible adventure and beauty

    Megan_R, Jun 2025
    We had an incredible day exploring caves, snorkeling, jumping off cliffs, kayaking, and enjoying food. Joao is a terrific guide- full of energy, local knowledge and good humor. My 12 year old loved every minute of it. Highly recommend this tour.

    If you’re looking for an...

    Joon_L, Jun 2025
    If you’re looking for an adrenaline-packed, awe-inspiring outdoor adventure in Portugal, look no further. This tour blew every expectation out of the water—literally! Please note that this tour can be physically demanding. If you are looking for an easy tour and want to have your hand held the whole time, this is definitely not for you. From the moment we arrived, the energy was awesome, thanks to our incredible tour guide. His passion for adventure and deep knowledge of the area made the entire experience feel like a wild, unforgettable journey with a close friend rather than just a tour. This tour was the highlight of my trip to Portugal, hands down. If you love nature, adventure, and a guide who makes every second fun and unforgettable, don’t miss this. I’d do it all over again in a heartbeat!

    Wow!!! Can’t go wrong!!

    fauzia_z, Jun 2025
    Amazing! Joao is amazing! So entertaining and so supportive.. I had a fear of water…and I did the cliff jumping! Absolutely an amazing experience!!! Great fun!!! Good snacks and lunch!!! Totally a true local experience

    Best day on the beach with Joao

    Mariana_S, Jun 2025
    We had an absolutely amazing time with Joao! He is passionate about his business and treats everyone as if you were family. It was fun, we connected with everyone else on the adventure and the food/lunch he provided was delicious. I highly recommend you do this adventure with Joao.

    The Best Adventure EVER!!

    joelyfrancie, Jun 2025
    If you’re heading to Lisbon and looking for an unforgettable adventure, look no further. From the moment we met João, his energy was absolutely contagious. He led us through an epic day of kayaking, cliff diving, and exploring hidden caves, all set against the stunning backdrop of Arrábida Natural Park. João’s passion for his hometown shines through in every hilarious story and perfectly timed (and delightfully corny) joke. After working up an appetite, we enjoyed a delicious lunch right on the beach—a moment of pure magic. Back at “home base,” João welcomed us like family, even sharing his family’s homemade port wine for a heartfelt toast to the day’s adventures. Whether you’re an adrenaline junkie or just looking to push your comfort zone in the most fun and safe way possible, João’s your guy. Just look for the cowboy hat flying through the air—you’re in for one wild and wonderful ride!

    My husband and I are just...

    Kristelle_l, Jun 2025
    My husband and I are just speechless. The top rated excursion is really something you just have to experience yourself. João really is very passionate and great at what he does. Never runs out of energy.

    This experience is an...

    Kyle_B, May 2025
    This experience is an amazing full day excursion! You get to kayak, cliff jump, explore sea caves, swim, and snorkel with scenic views and photo spots included! Lunch, drinks and snacks were included and overall just an amazing experience! I went with my girlfriend and it was truly awesome! The tour guide João is one of the best people we met on our vacation! Super funny, friendly and fun! (Also explains some history)

    João is an oracle when it...

    Samarth_S, Apr 2025
    João is an oracle when it comes to Arrabida and an absolute pleasure to talk to. Being naturally skeptical, I thought the overwhelming 5 stars reviews about a tour guide were overplaying it since I’ve never had a tour guide this special. João gave me and my friend an absolutely unforgettable experience, would give this 7 stars if I could. He even found my glasses when I dropped them in the ocean. Absolute gem of a tour guide, and gem of a location.

    The best thing to do when visiting Lisbon

    Caitlin_W, Dec 2024
    This is such an incredible experience and worth every penny (and more)! Joãs is hugely knowledgeable about history and the local marine and wildlife and is so welcoming and inclusive. This is an unmissable experience

    Incredible memorable experience

    Stacey_C, Dec 2024
    Even though we are in our 50’s, we had an incredible adventure! Exhausting and exhilarating. João was an amazing guide. He safely led us through ocean caves, jumping off a cliff and snorkeling around a small marine preserve. We were the only 2 on the tour. So happy that he didn’t cancel. Otherwise we never would have seen the octopus and other marine beauties. We kayaked. He fed us and brought drinks and so much food! He was a delight. I always suggest doing at least 1 activity on vacation. Museums are everywhere but have you seen an octopus and a cave with a church inside???

    Truly Special. This is why I travel.

    Erik_S, Nov 2024
    From start to finish, this was not a typical passive sightseeing tour. Owner and guide João is of a different species. He has the energy of 10 people, and he lavished the three guests with for an entire day with a mix of athletic effort and luxurious Portuguese fare. I don't want to share all the details because you need to experience the delight and surprise of the things João has up his sleeve. Suffice it to say, you will not be hungry, you will not be passive, you should be ready to work your body, and you will experience a one-of-a-kind Portuguese adventure. Oh, and you may cringe-laugh at João's endless supply of dad jokes and puns. Thank you for a beautiful day!

    BEST TOUR IN PORTUGAL

    RodneyA_D, Oct 2024
    Must do! From breathtaking beaches, to thrilling cliff jumping to a deep cultural and historical tour of the south of Lisbon. Just book it, absolutely amazing! 12/10!

    Highly recommended, fantastic!

    Ross_K, Sep 2024
    The adventure was a blast!! Our guide Pedro was fantastic. We had 3 couples and two single folks in the group, it was a great group of folk and we enjoyed every moment. Our son went on the same adventure in June and highly recommended that we needed to do it. He was right!

    Worth The Time and Money, Easily

    djedmonds15, Sep 2024
    This is only my second time actually participating in a tour on my solo travels and I’ve had two amazing experiences back to back. The first was a relaxed, go-go-go experience on Madeira filled with lighthearted joking and cliff jumps. Great start to a trip. This one, however, led by Pedro, was a more personal experience. After pickup, we convened at the home of the company’s owner which was lovely. Very clean facilities and a chance for coffee and a small snack before kayaking. While you may want more experience with coasteering for this tour, our group ranged in experiences and all had fun with path modifications. Unlike most tours, lunch was provided at the end and another snack back at the compound. It’s more a communal/family adventure amongst strangers which, for a solo traveler, provides a nice change of pace. Can’t recommend Pedro enough even as a new, relatively speaking, guide. Engaging, good natured, and friendly.

    Adventure day

    Danielle_S, Aug 2024
    We had such a great day with Pedro! He was a wonderful guide and we had a blast. Our day was adventure filled with such nice touches, like plentiful snacks. One of the best days of our trip, such a great way to get off the beaten path.

    Best Day in Portugal

    Vivien_M, Aug 2024
    Heaven on earth with incredibly good logistic. I was impressed by the passion and love for details 🥰
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